During a respiratory assessment of an infant diagnosed with respiratory distress syndrome, a depression in the supraclavicular and intercostal areas of the thorax was noted with inspiration. How is this observation documented?
A) Grunting
B) Tachypnea
C) Retractions
D) Nasal flaring

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Retractions are the inward movement of the chest wall with inspiration, often seen in respiratory distress, and are noted as depressions in the supraclavicular and intercostal areas.

During a Respiratory Assessment of an Infant Diagnosed with Respiratory